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Walking with Dinosaurs Returns with Character-Driven Prehistoric Stories
Dinosaurs have never gone out of style. Their timeless appeal in museums and media is undeniable, and now the BBC revives the classic 1999 series Walking with Dinosaurs with...
Edward Burtynsky Captures Global Industry’s Reach in “China in Africa”
Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky discovered his passion at age 11 when his father bought...
Ethical Elephant Tourism Thrives at Samui Elephant Sanctuary
In the tropical haven of Koh Samui, Thailand, Kaew Ta and Kham Phean have...
From Shy Teen to Healing Guide: Sonia Samtani’s Mission to Help Others Overcome Procrastination
Sonia Samtani’s journey from a shy teenager with low self-esteem to a respected therapist...
Yaeyama Kyori Wagyu: Japan’s Unique Beef Shines in Vietnam’s Michelin-Starred Kitchens
Not all Wagyu beef is created equal, and beef aficionados are quick to note...
Removal of Mount Pulag Cat Sparks Debate Over Wildlife and Animal Welfare
The removal of a popular feral cat from Mount Pulag, one of the Philippines’ highest peaks, has stirred intense debate online between animal welfare...
Malaysia Debates Panda Program Costs as Native Wildlife Faces Extinction
With the return of pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi to China after over a decade in Malaysia, public attention has turned to whether...
Endangered Royal Bengal Tiger Brutally Killed by Mob in Assam
In a tragic and disturbing incident, a mob of around 1,000 villagers in northeastern India brutally killed a Royal Bengal tiger, hacking off its...
Foo Fighters Set for Explosive Jakarta Comeback with Unique Onstage Freedom
US rock band Foo Fighters are making a highly anticipated return to Indonesia after nearly three decades, bringing with them an unfiltered performance style...
Lady Gaga’s Singapore Concerts See Lukewarm Response Amid Economic Uncertainty
Singapore’s booming live concert scene appears to be cooling, with Lady Gaga’s recent shows receiving a less-than-anticipated response despite early buzz. Unlike the frenzied...
Japan’s Men’s Concept Cafes Spark Concern Over Legal and Ethical Violations
Japan’s rising number of men’s concept cafes—venues where male staff provide themed entertainment to women customers—has drawn sharp scrutiny following a recent crackdown in...
Why Many Adult Singaporeans Still Live with Their Parents
Xu Wei Jie, a 43-year-old Singaporean executive in the education sector, has never moved out of his parents’ home and has no immediate plans...
South Korea’s Handwritten Letters Project Offers Solace in a Digital Age
Each night, 25-year-old student Jeong Seung-won sits at his desk and reads handwritten letters from strangers, posted on a website called Warmth Mailbox. The...
East Meets East: The Cross-Cultural Clash Behind Zatoichi and the One-Armed Swordsman
Despite portraying Japanese characters as cruel antagonists in martial arts films of the 1960s and 70s, Hong Kong studios actively collaborated with Japanese counterparts....
Korean-Chinese Cuisine: A Century of Cultural Fusion and Culinary Evolution
As Chinese communities settled around the world, they adapted their culinary traditions to suit local tastes. A unique product of this adaptation is Korean-Chinese...
Singapore Chef Loses 11kg in 5 Months While Working Long Hours
Ngo Xing Jun, a chef at his family’s hawker stall in Singapore, lost 11kg over five months in 2024, dropping from 80kg to 61.5kg...
Edward Burtynsky Explores China’s Global Industrial Footprint Through Photography
At age 11, Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky took his first steps into photography when his father bought a collection of darkroom equipment for C$25....
Japan’s Geisha Tradition Takes Center Stage at Azuma Odori’s 100th Anniversary
Gracefully moving across a wooden stage, geishas rehearse their performances in understated elegance—without their iconic white makeup or elaborate hairstyles. These rehearsals mark the...
Jafar Panahi Wins Palme d’Or for Revenge Thriller “It Was Just An Accident”
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi took home the prestigious Palme d'Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival for his powerful revenge thriller It Was Just...
